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6 days ago
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HELIOS Partners with NHL Rising Star Matthew Knies to Revolutionize Youth Sports Training
PORTSMOUTH, N.H., June 04, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--HELIOS, a leader in sports technology innovation, proudly announces a groundbreaking partnership with Toronto Maple Leafs forward Matthew Knies. This collaboration aims to redefine youth sports training, starting with ice hockey player development, by delivering performance data, personalized insights, and automated shift video to players and coaches. As the youth sports industry evolves, with projections estimating a market size of $70 billion by 2030, the demand for individualized training solutions has never been higher. HELIOS stands at the forefront of this transformation, offering cutting-edge technologies that empower young athletes to reach their full potential. Matthew Knies, known for his relentless work ethic and explosive approach to the game, embodies the synergy between athletic excellence and sports science. His partnership with HELIOS underscores a shared commitment to fostering the next generation of athletes through innovative training methodologies. "When I was younger there wasn't any way to track what I was doing. I always dreamed of having something like this," Knies said. "Now, HELIOS has completely changed the landscape for developing youth hockey players. I'm excited to work with HELIOS and drive the game forward." HELIOS' platform leverages cutting edge AI-wearable technology to provide objective insights on skating performance, enabling athletes and coaches to optimize training and development . This approach not only enhances performance but also prioritizes injury prevention and individualized athlete development. "Matthew's development pathway aligns perfectly with our mission," stated Bill Near, CEO of HELIOS. "Together, we're setting a new standard for how young athletes train and grow in their respective sports." About HELIOS HELIOS is the leading wearable technology and data platform for ice hockey, providing coaches, players, and parents with unmatched insight into on-ice performance. Trusted across programs at all levels, from elite youth to professional, HELIOS is redefining how development is measured and achieved. About Matthew Knies Matthew Knies is a forward for the Toronto Maple Leafs and one of the NHL's most promising young players. A standout in the USHL and at the University of Minnesota, he earned All-American honors and helped Team USA win gold at the IIHF World Junior Championship. Off the ice, Knies is dedicated to helping young athletes train smarter and reach their potential. View source version on Contacts Media: HELIOSMichael Lombardi, Marketing Director609-923-3223michael@ Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Business Wire
6 days ago
- Business
- Business Wire
HELIOS Partners with NHL Rising Star Matthew Knies to Revolutionize Youth Sports Training
PORTSMOUTH, N.H.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--HELIOS, a leader in sports technology innovation, proudly announces a groundbreaking partnership with Toronto Maple Leafs forward Matthew Knies. This collaboration aims to redefine youth sports training, starting with ice hockey player development, by delivering performance data, personalized insights, and automated shift video to players and coaches. 'HELIOS has completely changed the landscape for developing youth hockey players. I'm excited to work with HELIOS and drive the game forward.' -Matthew Knies As the youth sports industry evolves, with projections estimating a market size of $70 billion by 2030, the demand for individualized training solutions has never been higher. HELIOS stands at the forefront of this transformation, offering cutting-edge technologies that empower young athletes to reach their full potential. Matthew Knies, known for his relentless work ethic and explosive approach to the game, embodies the synergy between athletic excellence and sports science. His partnership with HELIOS underscores a shared commitment to fostering the next generation of athletes through innovative training methodologies. 'When I was younger there wasn't any way to track what I was doing. I always dreamed of having something like this,' Knies said. 'Now, HELIOS has completely changed the landscape for developing youth hockey players. I'm excited to work with HELIOS and drive the game forward.' HELIOS' platform leverages cutting edge AI-wearable technology to provide objective insights on skating performance, enabling athletes and coaches to optimize training and development . This approach not only enhances performance but also prioritizes injury prevention and individualized athlete development. 'Matthew's development pathway aligns perfectly with our mission,' stated Bill Near, CEO of HELIOS. 'Together, we're setting a new standard for how young athletes train and grow in their respective sports.' About HELIOS HELIOS is the leading wearable technology and data platform for ice hockey, providing coaches, players, and parents with unmatched insight into on-ice performance. Trusted across programs at all levels, from elite youth to professional, HELIOS is redefining how development is measured and achieved. About Matthew Knies Matthew Knies is a forward for the Toronto Maple Leafs and one of the NHL's most promising young players. A standout in the USHL and at the University of Minnesota, he earned All-American honors and helped Team USA win gold at the IIHF World Junior Championship. Off the ice, Knies is dedicated to helping young athletes train smarter and reach their potential.
Yahoo
29-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Leafs GM Brad Treliving wants Matthew Knies contract done 'as soon as possible'
Brad Treliving fell back on a common wish on Thursday. In the case of re-signing Matthew Knies, however, you know the Maple Leafs general manager meant it. 'I say this all the time: I'd like to get it done as soon as possible,' Treliving said, then added jokingly: 'Usually, term and money are the only two issues that come into play on contract negotiations.' That truth aside, no wonder Treliving wants to get Knies' signature on a new contract sooner rather than later. The 22-year-old winger took a major step in his National Hockey League career in 2024-25, establishing himself as a true top-line winger with 29 goals and 29 assists in 78 games. A restricted free agent, Knies made it clear last week he wants to remain with the Leafs when he was asked about the possibility of entertaining an offer sheet from another team. If talks haven't yet become serious between Treliving and Knies' agent, Matt Federico, they will in short order. 'I thought Matthew had a tremendous year,' Treliving said. 'We're seeing him evolve in front of our eyes. It's a big step for a young player to become a really important player. He became a really important player.' Would Treliving prefer a long-term contract with Knies, or is he OK with a bridge deal? A seven-year pact in the range of $7 million to $8 million US a season could make both sides happy. 'We'll see,' Treliving said. 'There are two parties. I think Matthew is just scratching the surface. We have to see what fits for us, what fits for them. I see him as a long-term player here. 'You'd always like to sign them all for as longest and as lowest as you can. He's a hell of a player and we're working on it.' Treliving acknowledged that Knies 'muscled through' an injury after being hurt in Game 6 of the second round against the Florida Panthers, but wasn't specific on what ailed Knies after a hit on Panthers defenceman Niko Mikkola. In 13 playoff games, Knies had five goals and two assists. At no time, Treliving said, did the Leafs put captain Auston Matthews in a position during the season where his injury might have deteriorated. Matthews missed nine games in November and six in December/January with an ailment that has not been disclosed. In November, he travelled to Germany to see a specialist. 'He worked through it,' Treliving said. 'It's not a case of us saying 'Auston, get out there and make it worse.' 'He got time (to recover). When we said (initially) it was day to day, we really believed that. 'When he came back and started playing from times off, it was better. There would be times where it would flare up. He was able to play with it. It wasn't something we felt that by playing he was going to put himself in a really bad position, short or long term.' Matthews was hurt in camp last fall. Last week, he said he expects to be 100% when the Leafs return for training camp in September. In 67 games, Matthews scored 33 goals, 36 fewer than the 69 goals he scored in 81 games in 2023-24. In 13 playoff games, Matthews scored three goals and recorded eight assists. Matthews didn't reveal specifics of his injury and Treliving didn't betray his captain on Thursday. 'With injuries, I'm not a big believer of just going down the list,' Treliving said. 'I do think it's personal for each guy. We had guys playing through things, as everybody does. 'I give Auston all the credit in the world. I thought he had a really good year in terms of his first year being a captain. We managed (his injury) through the year. 'Did it have an effect at times? It certainly did. But he found a way to be a really important player.' Morgan Rielly's lengthy adjustment to playing in coach Craig Berube's system, naturally, wasn't lost on Treliving. 'His second half was better than this first half,' Treliving said of the veteran defenceman. 'There was a focus more on defensively trying to be harder. And I think he lost a little bit of his (focus). 'You still have to get up and do what you do offensively. I thought that came back more in the second half of the season. After the (trade) deadline, there was a really good chemistry (with Brandon Carlo). 'Like all of us, there is still more there. But I thought he was back to more getting up the ice, getting more involved in the second half than he was in the first half.' Maple Leafs GM Brad Treliving hints at Mitch Marner's departure during season-ending talk Amazon Prime series goes behind the scenes with ex-Leafs president Brendan Shanahan, NHL stars On the Leafs defence corps as a whole, Treliving didn't close the door on potential changes. That despite the fact the Leafs' top seven D-men, from Chris Tanev to Philippe Myers, are under contract for the next two seasons. 'In terms of personnel, I like the D, but we can't be rigid,' Treliving said. 'We fell short. We will continue to look at ways we can get better. 'There are some tweaks that we can make. I like the makeup of our defence, but you still have to be able to get up and down the ice. There are things that we can do in terms of closing quicker and taking away space.' Another area of potential improvement is getting more production from the blue-line group. In the regular season, Leafs defencemen scored an NHL-low 21 goals. The corps had 138 points in total, putting it 25th in the NHL in points by defencemen. 'We need to get more offence from our defence,' Treliving said. 'Not just goals, but create. It's not necessarily turning guys into 20-goal scorers, but we can maybe get more volume going the other way.' tkoshan@ X: @koshtorontosun
Edmonton Journal
29-05-2025
- Sport
- Edmonton Journal
Leafs GM Brad Treliving wants Matthew Knies contract done 'as soon as possible'
Article content The 22-year-old winger took a major step in his National Hockey League career in 2024-25, establishing himself as a true top-line winger with 29 goals and 29 assists in 78 games. A restricted free agent, Knies made it clear last week he wants to remain with the Leafs when he was asked about the possibility of entertaining an offer sheet from another team. If talks haven't yet become serious between Treliving and Knies' agent, Matt Federico, they will in short order. 'I thought Matthew had a tremendous year,' Treliving said. 'We're seeing him evolve in front of our eyes. It's a big step for a young player to become a really important player. He became a really important player.' Would Treliving prefer a long-term contract with Knies, or is he OK with a bridge deal? A seven-year pact in the range of $7 million to $8 million US a season could make both sides happy.
Yahoo
29-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
'A Big Part Of The Future Moving Forward': Why Maple Leafs GM Brad Treliving Is Confident In Re-Signing RFA Matthew Knies
Nine days after Matthew Knies admitted his desire to remain with the Toronto Maple Leafs beyond this season, Toronto general manager Brad Treliving said the same. The 22-year-old, set to become a restricted free agent on July 1, had a career year with the Maple Leafs, scoring 29 goals and 29 assists in 78 games. He added five goals and two assists for Toronto through 13 playoff games. "I'd like to get [the contract] done as soon as possible," Treliving said on Thursday. "Usually, term and money are the only two issues that come into play on contract negotiations." When Knies stepped in front of the cameras on May 20, a few days after Toronto's playoff elimination at the hands of the Florida Panthers, he said his best chance to win was with the Maple Leafs. As an RFA, however, there's the chance Knies could receive an offer sheet from another NHL team if he's not signed by July 1. Knies, though, would have to agree to the contract for Toronto to have to match it. From what the forward said on locker cleanout day, it doesn't appear he wants to go down that route. "I want to be here. I want to play here," he said. "That's all that really matters to me." 'It's The Best Chance For Me To Win': Matthew Knies Addresses Short-Term Future With Maple Leafs Matthew Knies wants to be a part of the Toronto Maple Leafs for the long haul. What could the contract look like, though? "We'll see. Like I said, there's two parties here. I think Matthew's still just scratching the surface. So we've got to see what fits for us, what fits for them," Treliving said. "But I see him as a long-term player here. I'm not trying to be elusive. You'd always like to sign them all for the longest and as lowest as you can. He's a hell of a player, and we're working on it." There was a lot of growth for Knies away from the puck, too. He's becoming someone who can be relied upon in all situations for Toronto. Not just on the top line and the power play, but also on the penalty kill. What's most improved from the power forward is how he's used his massive 6-foot-3, 227-pound frame. Brad Treliving Explains Auston Matthews' Injury Management And Why He's Not Concerned About The Maple Leafs Star's Health Next Season Toronto Maple Leafs general manager Brad Treliving met with reporters Thursday morning for his end-of-season media availability, where one of the key topics of discussion was centered on star forward Auston Matthews – and the injury that plagued the star forward all season long. "We're sort of seeing him evolve in front of our eyes. It's a big step for a young player to become a really important player, right? Like you can be a good player and have a role. He became a really important player," Treliving said. "Matthew had an injury in game six, muscled through it. That wasn't 100 percent Matthew Knies in game seven, right? Like he was muscling through it. But I thought he was really good." Knies' return to the Maple Leafs is all but certain, unless something drastic occurs over the next few weeks and into July 1. The player said it, and so did Toronto's GM. Now, it's just a matter of how much money Knies will get and how long the contract will be. "For a guy who hasn't been through that, this is his second full year. I thought he was really good. He was an impactful player," Treliving said. "Matthew's a big part of the future moving forward." Stay updated with the most interesting Maple Leafs stories, analysis, breaking news and more! Tap the star to add us to your favorites on Google News to never miss a story.
